This presentation will provide research updates on management of several important landscape pests in Hawaii, such as coconut rhinoceros beetle, lobate lac scale, hala scale, and more.

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Dr. Cheng is a Professor and Extension Specialist in CTAHR, UH Manoa, with 22 years of research experience on biology, ecology, and management of turfgrass and landscape pests. His current and recent research projects in Hawaii include: control of coconut rhinoceros beetle, control of Ficus stem and leaf gall wasps, control of lobate lac scale, control of oriental flower beetle, control of hala scale, control of foliar nematode on fern, control of frit fly on golf course, and more.